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Atlantic City Boat Show
When: Wednesday, February 1, 2012 - Sunday, February 5, 2012
Where: Atlantic City Convention Center
The Progressive Insurance Atlantic City Boat Show will be making waves – and giving boaters, sailors, fisherman and families dreams of warm weather bliss at the Atlantic City Convention Center, February 1-5, 2012. Visitors can climb aboard hundreds of boats for every budget and lifestyle, including luxury motor and sailing yachts, sport fishers, performance boats, and personal watercraft, plus shop deals on the newest boating accessories and electronics.
Theater
Hot ‘n Cole: A Cole Porter Celebration!
When: Thursday, February 2, 2012 - Saturday, February 4, 2012
Where: St. Mark's Episcopal Church (Basking Ridge)
A Musical Revue of Cole Porter Songs.
Arts
66th Annual Glen Ridge Antiques Show
When: Friday, February 3, 2012 - Saturday, February 4, 2012
Where: Glen Ridge Congregational Church
Essex County’s oldest church-sponsored antiques show brings dealers from five states to display county and formal furniture and accessories. Delicious meals and tea room desserts. Verbal appraisal service both days, 1 to 4 pm, at $4 per portable item. Featured beneficiary, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Morris, Bergen, Passaic & Sussex. more
Shopping
66th Annual Glen Ridge Antiques Show
When: Friday, February 3, 2012 - Saturday, February 4, 2012
Where: Glen Ridge Congregational Church
Now in its 66th year, this highly regarded collection of antiques from selected Northeastern dealers is one of the longest-running church-sponsored shows in the State. Friendliness, fine dealers, good food and a balance of Americana, European and Asian pieces, plus specialty collections in brass, silver, glass, porcelains, botanical prints and antiquarian books are what makes this historic show special to visitors each year from over 115 New Jersey towns and about eight states.
Shopping
66th Annual Glen Ridge Antiques Show
When: Friday, February 3, 2012 - Saturday, February 4, 2012
Where: Change Me
Now in its 66th year, this highly regarded collection of antiques from selected Northeastern dealers is one of the longest-running church-sponsored shows in the State. Friendliness, fine dealers, good food and a balance of Americana, European and Asian pieces, plus specialty collections in brass, silver, glass, porcelains, botanical prints and antiquarian books are what makes this historic show special to visitors each year from over 115 New Jersey towns and about eight states.
Kids
Tots on Tour!
When: Saturday, February 4, 2012
Where: Grounds for Sculpture
Bring your toddler to learn about sculpture through hands-on activities. Listen to a story, become park explorers, and make original works of art. Rain or shine! Lesson and theme change monthly. Instruction designed to meet learning needs of 3-5 year olds. Children ages 3-5 (only) must be accompanied by an adult. Space is limited and on a first-come, first-serve basis. Meets in the Visitor’s Center. Instructor: Joslyn Johnson. Free with park admission. more
Music
Music in the Somerset Hills presents The Antioch Chamber Ensemble
When: Saturday, February 4, 2012
Where: Somerset Hills Performing Arts Center
The internationally award-winning professional chamberchoir, founded by Somerset Hills music teachers JoshuaCopeland and Stephen Sands, returns to its hometown for a concert of beautiful choral works featuring Eric Whitacre's "the city and the sea" and Matthew Brown's arrangement of "True Colors" which made waves with the recent It Gets Better anti-bullying campaign. Join us for a splendid evening of world class choral music.
Family
Passport to Art: The Art of Rachel Perry Welty
When: Saturday, February 4, 2012
Where: Jane Voorhees Zimmerli Art Museum
Travel the world of art on six first Saturdays 2011/2012. Children and parents, grandparents, or guardians work side-by-side on exciting arts, crafts, and performance projects conducted by trained educators and artists. In conjunction with the Zimmerli’s special exhibition, Rachel Perry Welty 24/7, artist and educator Dot Paolo leads a workshop that explores the creation of artworks from consumer goods such as advertisements, price tags, and even twist ties. Advance registration is required for Passport to Art workshops. Workshop registration forms can be obtained by calling 732.932.7237, ext. 615, or by visiting our website.
Shopping
Vintage Costume Jewelry Show
When: Saturday, February 4, 2012
Where: Homer's
Shop for Vintage Costume Jewelry treasures at reasonable prices. Have a snack and then stay to shop. 9 AM-3 PM. Free, handicap accessible.
Family
Art for Families: Mask and Masquerade
When: Saturday, February 4, 2012
Where: Princeton University Art Museum
Join us on Saturday mornings for family fun in the Art Museum. Drop in anytime between 10:30 AM and 1 PM and enjoy a self-guided, interactive tour followed by a related art project. Each week has a different theme. Come for fifteen minutes or two hours—whatever your schedule allows! All ages are welcome; no tickets or reservations are needed.This week is Mask and Masquerade: Examine objects from different African cultures and make a mask of your own.
Theater
One-Man Lord of the Rings™
When: Saturday, February 4, 2012
Where: State Theatre
Starring Charles Ross. Best known as the mastermind behind his world-wide smash hit One-Man Star Wars, Charles Ross returns to New Jersey to retell the most loved epic adventure of all time in a way that only Charles can. In just 3600 seconds of unbelievable energy, Charles will recreate the entire Lord of the Rings trilogy: The Fellowship of the Ring, The Two Towers, and Return of the King, from The Shire to the fire and everywhere in between. Ross manages to capture every character—Frodo, Sam, Merry, Pippin, Aragorn, Boromir, Gimli, Legolas, the majestic Gandalf, and the malicious Gollum. Riveting stage fights, harrowing rescues, and brilliant sound effects, are all re-enacted with such hilarious speed it is truly an amazing spectacle to watch. If you’ve seen the movies or read the books you’ll love Charles Ross performance of One Man Lord of the Rings.
Music
The Prodigals
When: Saturday, February 4, 2012
Where: Lackland Center
The Prodigals are one of the most successful bands to emerge from the East-Coast Irish scene. The band members grew up largely in Ireland; This famous Irish pub band will perform dynamic, original music that blend a funky and anarchic energy that is pure New York with a passion for the traditional music of Ireland.
Dance
Carolyn Dorfman Dance Company 2012 Gala Benefit and Performance
When: Saturday, February 4, 2012
Where: South Orange Performing Arts Center
The Carolyn Dorfman Dance Company (www.cddc.info) returns for its 4th captivating season with "Inspired", an evening featuring world and company premieres by Dorfman and guest choreographer Doug Elkins. With works inspired by life and a gala theme celebrating lives inspired by dance, this performance brings dance that is fresh, passionate, and deliciously physical. With Dorfman’s sensuous and visceral duet, "Keystone", intensely satisfying "Hourglass" and Elkins’ signature electric and, often hilarious, "Narcoleptic Lovers", this program promises that you, too, shall be inspired.
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Music
Super Diamond
When: Saturday, February 4, 2012
Where: Mayo Performing Arts Center
Sing along to such classics as “Sweet Caroline,” “Cracklin’ Rosie,” “Song Sung Blue,” and “Love on the Rocks,” with the ultimate Neil Diamond tribute band in this high-octane tribute concert that a pure gem!
Film
New Jersey Film Festival Spring 2012
When: Saturday, February 4, 2012
Where: Rutgers University, Voorhees Hall #105
Bathing and the Single Girl – Christine Elise McCarthy (Los Angeles, California) In her thirties and experiencing an extended romantic drought, a single girl decides that she needs to broaden her idea of who might make a suitable boyfriend. Quite A Conundrum- Thomas L. Phillips (Jacksonville, Florida)Sex, Drums, Tequila, Social Networking, A Pirate, Morning After Pills, Jesus And A Gun… It's Hilarious, Dark, Sexy, Twisted, and Sadistic.
Shopping
Fashion To Figure Cherry Hill Grand Opening
When: Saturday, February 4, 2012
Where: Fashion To Figure
Fashion To Figure, a fashion retailer for sizes 12-26, will celebrate its grand opening. Guests are invited to shop and to take advantage of hourly raffle prizes, a DJ, and the chance to win a $200 shopping spree. Ten percent of proceeds will go to the Michael J. Fox Foundation.
Benefits
Prevention First 2012 Gala - Fly Me to the Moon
When: Saturday, February 4, 2012
Where: Navesink Country Club
Prevention First will hold its annual gala on Saturday, February 4, at Navesink Country Club in Red Bank, where Nick and Tracy Brown will be honored for their commitment to Prevention First and the community. The annual gala is Prevention First’s principal fundraiser, and this year’s gala theme, Fly Me to the Moon, exemplifies the spirit of the agency’s mission to keep children healthy, safe and drug-free.
Spoken Word
"Gender and Learning" Lecture at Hunterdon County Library
When: Saturday, February 4, 2012
Where: Hunterdon County Library
Olen Kalkus, founding Headmaster of Princeton Academy of the Sacred Heart, presents "Gender and Learning" lecture at Hunterdon Library. The assumption that co-educational environments are the best environments for all children in all grades is coming into question in light of emerging research. Mr. Kalkus will share some of the more compelling findings and their implication for educating children in the twenty-first century.
Sports
Mrs. G's Hosts Trenton Thunder Pre-Season Party
When: Saturday, February 4, 2012
Where: Mrs G TV & Appliances
Mrs G TV & Appliances wants to take you out to the ball game! All are invited to the Trenton Thunder "Pick Up Party" on Saturday February 4th from Noon-2 PM at the Mrs G showroom in Lawrenceville. Fans will have their first opportunity to pick up their Mrs G's Thunder Six Pack for the 2012 season and the public can attend for an opportunity to meet former Thunder pitcher Steve Garrison and enter to win prizes. The Mrs G's mini-plan giveaways will be on display and attendees can enter in advance to win. All who attend can also enter to win a chance to throw out the first pitch at one of the mini-plan games. No purchase necessary to enter and win. Food is provided and the event is free to attend. For questions, contact 609-882-1444 or info@mrsgs.com. Visit MrsGs.com for store info and current sales. For info on the Mrs G's Thunder Six Pack, visit www.TrentonThunder.com.
Science
Bird Walk
When: Saturday, February 4, 2012
Where: Liberty State Park
Join us for a leisurely stroll along the Hudson River Waterfront Walkway in search of winter visitors to the park. Possible species sightings may include ruddy ducks, mergansers, grebes, buffleheads and many more. Dress to be outside and bring binoculars if you have them, as we have a limited number that can be borrowed.
